From the Burnes Center

Being Human in 2035 – Essays Part I Continued: More predictions on change as humans adapt to AI

Senior Fellow Erhardt Graeff is quoted warning that generative AI risks eroding humility, a core human virtue that drives curiosity, tolerance and collaboration. These essays…

Signalgate: Trump’s band of bros could use a refresher course on the Constitution

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson brings her sharp analysis to The Boston Globe with a scathing look at “Signalgate” and the Trump administration’s national…

Khoury policy roundtable: strategizing to maximize research impact 

Beth Simone Noveck, director of the Burnes Center for Social Change, opened the roundtable with a keynote on the evolving role of AI in governance.…

Gun sales are plummeting. Here’s why:

In this article, Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl explains that the surge in gun sales during the pandemic was driven by fear and uncertainty,…

AI Poised to Reshape State Transportation Departments, Staff

Beth Simone Noveck, director of the Burnes Center, became New Jersey’s first chief AI strategist in 2024, highlighting a growing state focus on AI leadership.…

How DOL headquarters encapsulates Washington paralysis

Burnes Center Senior Fellow and former acting Labor Secretary Seth Harris notes the Department of Labor’s prime D.C. location fosters collaboration, yet its deteriorating headquarters…

Six things we got wrong about COVID-19, from washing groceries to herdimmunity

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin reflects on how early COVID-19 guidance got key things wrong—from underestimating airborne transmission to overemphasizing grocery washing and herd…

State of Arizona Implements Employee Gen AI Training

The State of Arizona is leading the way in innovation by launching a comprehensive Generative AI training program for state employees, empowering them with the…

ChatGPT Gov offers another option to boost employee productivity

Beth Simone Noveck, Director of the Burnes Center for Social Change, highlighted in Route Fifty how ChatGPT Gov can boost public sector productivity by helping…

Elon Musk in the Oval Office

This blogcast from The News Agents features Senior Fellow Seth Harris from the Burnes Center discussing Elon Musk’s recent Oval Office appearance alongside President Trump,…

Ukrainian educator gains nation-rebuilding skills with eCornell

Cornell’s Public Sector Leadership certificate, designed by Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris, is equipping Ukrainian educators with the skills needed to rebuild and strengthen…

How AI is changing esports: Northeastern students win big at Valorant challenge 

AI for Impact co-op students Dhruv Kamalesh Kumar and Rudra Sett won second place in AWS’ Valorant Champions Tour Hackathon Esports Manager Challenge.

Gun Violence Journalism that Informs and Empowers

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metal discusses the decline of U.S. gun sales following a surge during the pandemic.

How many federal employees will flood the job market with Trump’s ‘resign’ offer?

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris weighs in on the Trump administration offering financial incentives to approximately 2 million federal employees to resign.

Teen fatally shoots female student, wounds another at Nashville high school, police say

Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl from the Burnes Center offers valuable insights on the recent Antioch High School shooting in Nashville. He highlights the urgent need…

Harris on Bloomberg’s The Close Discussing Trump Labor Nominee, Labor Relations, Tariffs and Inflation

Read about how Seth Harris discussed labor relations, President Trump’s Labor Secretary nominee, and the economic impact of tariffs and mass deportation on Bloomberg’s The…

Link Health: Connecting Patients to Essential Resources

Learn more about how Dr. Alister Martin’s Link Health connects Medicaid patients with essential resources like food, shelter, and digital access while they wait in…

AI sandbox generates new solutions, talent pipeline in Massachusetts

MA Secretary of Technology and Security Services Jason Snyder discusses the success of the AI for Impact Program and the Sandbox project.

How should the news industry cover Trump? Ten top journalists weigh in.

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson discusses how the news industry should cover the Trump Administration.

AI for all: Lessons from the intersection of technology and inclusion

Read about how AI is driving social impact and inclusion, with organizations like Quipu, IDinsight, and Link Health using AI to enhance access to credit,…

The people who deliver your Amazon packages are striking. Here’s why.

Read about delivery workers striking against Amazon for better pay and conditions, with Senior Fellow Seth Harris commenting.

Northeastern at the forefront of Massachusetts’ AI-driven economic growth, governor says in announcing AI Hub

The AI for Impact co-ops at Northeastern are revolutionizing Massachusetts’ future. Students have developed tools like an AI chatbot for MBTA, enhancing state services and…

Shutdown threatens ‘chaos’ for Trump’s transition and inauguration

Read about how a government shutdown could disrupt Trump’s transition and inauguration, with comments from Senior Fellow Seth Harris.

Murder As An Act Of Terrorism, Fed’s Rate Cut Decision, Female Mass Shooters

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl highlights the broader implications of gun violence, emphasizing that increased gun availability and shifting societal factors are expanding the…

Shapiro Administration Announces Agreement with InnovateUS to Train Commonwealth Employees on Responsible Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence

Pennsylvania partners with InnovateUS to train public sector employees on responsible AI use, fulfilling Governor Shapiro’s vision. Early pilots show generative AI saving employees 105…

Pennsylvania employees will now get training on generative AI, with no cost to taxpayers

Read more about how Pennsylvania’s partnership with InnovateUS will provide state employees with training on the responsible use of generative AI, at no cost to…

Controversial Reaction to Accused CEO Killer

Watch MNBC’s The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart as he discusses the CEO’s murder, featuring an interview with Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl.

Northeastern students are runners-up in global AWS hackathon

At AWS re:Invent 2024, AI for Impact co-op students Dhruv Kamalesh Kumar and Rudra Sett and their Northeastern team won second place and Best Cross-Regional…

AWS and Riot Games Announce the Winner of the VALORANT Champions Tour Hackathon: Esports Manager Challenge

At AWS re:Invent 2024, AI for Impact co-op students Dhruv Kamalesh Kumar and Rudra Sett and their Northeastern team won second place and Best Cross-Regional…

In New Jersey, using AI starts with empowering employees

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck writes about New Jersey’s AI training initiative.

Montgomery County Partners with InnovateUS to Launch Generative AI Training for Employees

Read about how Montgomery County, Maryland is partnering with InnovateUS to train employees on the responsible use of generative AI. This initiative, aimed at streamlining…

N.J. AI Task Force Report Addresses Workforce, Innovation

America’s Hidden Racial Divide: A Mysterious Gap in Psychosis Rates

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl is quoted in the NYT Magazine.

EVENT: Join us December 5 for a conversation on smart cities with Dr. San-Cheng Chang

Join us on Thursday, December 5 at 6 p.m. ET for an inspiring conversation with Dr. San-Cheng (Simon) Chang, Mayor of Taoyuan and former Taiwanese…

Trump’s Labor Pick Is a Break With the Past

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted in Bloomberg’s article about Trump’s labor pick.

Infrastructure for the Digital Age: Building a Safer, More Resilient Digital Ecosystem in the United States and Beyond

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck is a contributor of a series exploring enhancing U.S. digital public infrastructure (DPI), learning from global efforts, managing risks,…

Montgomery County and InnovateUS Launch AI Upskilling to Boost Government Efficiency and Resident Services 

Montgomery County partners with InnovateUS to train employees in responsible AI use, enhancing efficiency, innovation, and public service delivery while ensuring data security, collaboration, and…

Impact Projects at Northeastern University

The AI For Impact Co-op is highlighted for effectively preparing students for future challenges and opportunities in the workforce.

America’s cabinet of curiosities

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson writes for Prospect Magazine on Donald Trump’s cabinet appointments.

Trump, Musk, and the rise of the conservative press

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson writes about the rise of conservative media, fueled by Trump and Musk, reshaping news influence, undermining traditional journalism, and…

Montgomery County Partners with InnovateUS to Launch Generative AI Training for Employees

Read about Montgomery County, Maryland’s partnership with InnovateUS to provide free, self-paced generative AI training for employees. This initiative aims to improve government operations, encourage…

Bridging the AI gap: InnovateUS’s mission to upskill the public sector

Google.org funds InnovateUS to upskill U.S. public sector workers in responsible AI, offering free courses and workshops, scholarships, and student programs, enhancing government efficiency and…

Murphy Administration Releases Report from Artificial Intelligence Task Force, Furthers Leadership As The Innovation State

Governor Phil Murphy received a report on AI from New Jersey’s AI Task Force, outlining strategies for responsible AI use to improve government, equity, and…

Seth Harris – US Election Special

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris speaks on the Election on The Political Party podcast, with Matt Forde.

Why a misogynist won the White House

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson writes about the results of the Election.

Q&A US election special, with Jill Abramson

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson, former executive editor of the New York Times, who has been has been covering the presidential election for Prospect,…

7 pieces of AI news we announced in October

To train the U.S. government workforce in responsible AI, Google.org announced $15 million in new training grants for two leading public sector organizations, one of…

Op-ed: Training the next generation to see health beyond medicine will save lives

Highlighting the vital role of addressing social determinants of health, like food insecurity, to improve community well-being. Northeastern students contribute through Link Health, bridging healthcare…

Opinion: Registering voters at medical facilities would be a good Rx for democracy

Alister Martin and Vot-ER play a crucial role by coordinating with over 700 health care facilities to promote voter registration, empowering patients and clinicians to…

Celebrating Digital Inclusion Week – BNN News Story 10.18.24

Last Friday Link Health, in partnership with Tech Collaborative and Neighborhood Health, hosted Enroll Boston 2024 in recognition of digital inclusion week.

Google.org announces $15 million in AI training grants for the government workforce

InnovateUS, led by Beth Simone Noveck, has received $5 million in funding from Google.org to expand AI training for public sector professionals.

Google pledges $15M for US public sector AI training

Google’s philanthropic arm, Google.org, will donate $15 million to train U.S. government staff in responsible AI skills on the InnovateUS platform.

Dive deeper into the issues this political season with these book suggestions

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl’s book, “Dying of Whiteness: How the Politics of Racial Resentment is Killing America’s Heartland” is featured in wbur’s book…

Voting is good for your health. These doctors want to help.

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin discusses the significance of Vot-ER in connecting voter registration to healthcare access. Through this initiative, Martin empowers underserved communities,…

In Talking About ‘Freedom,’ Harris Hopes She Has a Winning Message on Guns

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl discusses Kamala Harris’s approach to gun safety, emphasizing the importance of bridging gun culture and gun safety to create…

How Biden helped end a port strike that threatened Democrats in November

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the Biden administration’s role in brokering a temporary deal to halt the longshoremen’s strike, which significantly impacts East…

The cultural forces that shape gun violence with Dr. Jonathan Metzl

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl discusses his new book, “What We’ve Become: Living and Dying in a Country of Arms”, on “Disrupted”.

The growing role of health care settings in voter registration: A research roundup

Alister Martin’s Vot-ER is highlighted for registering 110,000 voters in healthcare settings, emphasizing its impact on civic engagement and health outcomes, especially among marginalized communities…

As Healthcare And Politics Intersect, Doctors Urge Patients To Vote

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin discusses how voting influences healthcare outcomes. Through A Healthier Democracy, Martin emphasizes the importance of voter registration for fostering…

US ports strike causes first shutdown in 50 years

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the potential economic consequences of the ongoing US dockworkers’ strike, emphasizing that prolonged disruption could lead to rising…

Biden Resists Using Presidential Power To Break Port Strike, Despite Industry Pressure

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses how President Joe Biden is balancing union support with economic risks during the ongoing longshoremen’s strike, emphasizing the…

Port Workers At U.S East & Gulf Coast Terminals To Go On Large Scale Strike, First Time Since 1977

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the impact of the ongoing longshoremen’s strike, which has halted U.S. port activity from Maine to Texas. He…

Seth Harris Discusses the Impending Longshore Strike

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the likely longshore strike’s potential political and economic impacts, including how it may affect product prices and the…

Striking Machinists Bet Boeing Can’t Fix Itself Without Them

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the leverage unions hold in Boeing’s machinists strike, emphasizing how Boeing’s financial struggles give the union a strategic…

More than 400 female healthcare execs sign open letter endorsing Harris citing reproductive health, key policy issues

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin is highlighted for his initiative, Vot-ER, which integrates voter registration into healthcare settings. Dr. Martin emphasizes the correlation between…

Purveyors of apprenticeships?

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris highlights the high costs of apprenticeships for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. He emphasizes that federal funding primarily…

Maryland to Offer Free AI Training to State Employees

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the development of AI training for public servants, created with over 100 stakeholders, to equip government employees with the…

Streamlining Public Benefits Access is a Must to Address Poverty

Burnes Center AI for Impact co-ops are highlighted for their work towards accessible healthcare benefits to the public.

Hospital Voter Registration Program Highlights Healthcare’s Role in Elections

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin and his project Vot-ER are highlighted for integrating voter registration into hospitals, despite opposition from conservatives concerned about potential…

The growing role of health care settings in voter registration: A research roundup

Senior Fellow Alister Martin writes about the surprising efficiency of Texas’s streamlined federal benefits enrollment system compared to Massachusetts. He urges states to adopt unified…

Teamsters union will not be endorsing a presidential candidate

KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris to discuss the Teamsters union not endorsing a…

US-based Promise is changing the debt collection business with compassion

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Beth Simone Noveck discusses the challenges of designing government technology that is functional and user-friendly, especially for bureaucratic local governments.

How do we protect workers’ rights in the age of AI? Give the workers AI, too, says computer scientist

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted on Politico.

If health care is broken, doctors and patients must ‘grasp the levers of change’ starting at the ballot box, advocate says

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin is highlighted in Medical Economics, elaborating on his project, Vot-ER

UAW’s tall task: Rebuilding its political power to boost Harris campaign

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris, is quoted discussing the resurgence of the UAW under Shawn Fain’s leadership, emphasizing its return to a more activist,…

Caring beyond health: Pennsylvania hospital ensures patients can vote

The Keystone discusses the implementation and importance of Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin’s Vot-ER platform, at the Lankenau Medical Center.

53% of Consumers Say They’re Wary of GenAI

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck expands on the importance of focusing AI’s data-crunching abilities to address urgent issues such as inequality and climate change.

Be an Advocate for Voting

Physicians discuss the importance of accessible voting, and highlight Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin’s Vot-ER platform.

Harris Finds Top Labor Allies Despite Questions on Her Plans

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted, discussing Kamala Harris’s dedication to workers in the United States.

How Elon Musk’s endorsement of Trump may have backfired

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted, discussing how Elon Musk’s anti-union stance has exposed Donald Trump as strongly anti-union, suggesting Musk’s endorsement is…

Fight over pay for people with disabilities may erupt next month

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted and describes the Labor Department’s potential downsizing of the 14(c) program as a move towards “regulatory abolition,”…

Penn Nursing Launches ‘Nurses for the Vote’ Initiative

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin’s Vot-ER platform is highlighted as being used at Penn Nursing.

Inside Project 2025’s plan to weaken unions and lower workers’ wages

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris speaks on the policies in Project 2025 on MSNBC.

DNC Day 4 | Balance of Power

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris speaks with Bloomberg during the DNC Day 4.

Harris’ trade policy balancing act

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted on Politico.

Harris on Bloomberg Discusses Teamsters Endorsement, Machinists’ Boeing Strike, and the Federal Reserve

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted on Politico.

Musk and Trump’s gruesome bromance

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson writes for Prospect Magazine.

UAW files federal charges against Trump and Musk for intimidation threats

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris speaks about the UAW filing charges against Donald Trump and Elon Musk on KCBS Radio.

We Are All Cyborgs (ft. Danya Glabau, Laura Forlano)

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Laura Forlano speaks on the This Machine Kills podcast.

Northeastern partners with National Science Foundation to launch regional research security center

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Laura Forlano is highlighted as the new Senior Design and Development Lead for SECURE Northeast.

Harris secures support from union leaders. But workers are still weighing their options.

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is quoted on the Kamala Harris and Tim Walz democratic ticket.

Seth Harris on Harris, Walz Pro-Labor Support

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses whether or not the Harris Walz campaign will continue President Biden’s pro-labor support or go even further than…

The Prescription for a Healthier Democracy

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin, CEO of Vot-ER, co-authored a Rutgers study showing that voter registration in healthcare settings can significantly increase participation among…

California hopes to bolster AI preparedness with employee training for state workers

The Burnes Center’s InnovateUS is providing responsible AI training to California state employees

We Want You, Doctor, to Help Get Out the Vote

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin, CEO of Vot-ER, highlights how healthcare-based voter registration initiatives are transforming voter engagement. A

First Course Served, N.J. Partners to Broaden AI Training

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck highlights the new InnovateUS course, “Responsible AI for Public Professionals: Using Generative AI at Work”

Healey admin’s AI blueprint for Massachusetts starts to take shape

Governor Maura Healey highlights the Burnes Center’s AI for Impact co-op program during a visit to Northeastern.

‘AI will transform every aspect of our life,’ Gov. Healey says at artificial intelligence task force meeting at Northeastern

Governor Maura Healey highlights the Burnes Center’s AI for Impact co-op program during a visit to Northeastern

Health care-based voter registration, Vot-ER, reaches young, diverse population

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin’s project, Vot-ER, is discussed for its transformative impact on voter registration.

Health care-based voter registration, Vot-ER, reaches young, diverse population

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin, CEO of Vot-ER, increased diverse, young voter turnout through healthcare settings during the 2020 election.

N.J. Unveils AI Training, Tool for State Government Workers

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck discusses New Jersey’s leadership in AI and InnovateUS.

Governor Murphy Unveils AI Tool For State Employees and Training Course For Responsible Use

Beth Simone Noveck leads New Jersey’s AI training and AI Assistant platform for state employees, improving government services.

Laura Forlano & Danya Glabau: Living Well with Machines, Real-World Cyborg Futures, and Critical Cyborg Literacy | Urgent Futures #14

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Laura Forlano speaks on the Urgent Futures podcast.

Northeastern University Student Projects Improve Government With AI

The AI for Impact program gives a dozen students full-time work experience applying generative AI to public-sector problems such as transportation services, health care and…

New AI tool developed by Northeastern students connects farmers with environmental grants

The Burnes Center for Social Change at Northeastern University’s AI for Impact Co-ops Diane Grant and Rachel Kahn used AI to create a tool to…

Need info about the MBTA’s paratransit service? A new chatbot developed by Northeastern students is speeding up the process

The Burnes Center for Social Change at Northeastern University’s AI for Impact Co-ops Ria Singh and Rudra Sett were featured in an article about their…

Increasing Voter Participation Through Health Care–Based Voter Registration 

Highlighting Burnes Senior Fellow Alister Martin’s project, Vot-ER.

America’s Biggest Tax Scam May Finally End

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck spoke with David Sirota about the 20-year war waged by tax-prep companies to stop the government from letting people…

Biden taps NLRB chair for new term, seeking to lock in Democratic majority

Burnes Center Senior Fellow, Seth Harris, discusses the nomination of National Labor Relations Board Chair Lauren McFerran for her third term.

Biden Moves to Extend Labor Board Chief as He Courts Unions

Burnes Center Senior Fellow, Seth Harris, discusses the nomination of National Labor Relations Board Chair Lauren McFerran for her third term.

Taiwan’s Digital Minister Has an Ambitious Plan to Align Tech With Democracy

Audrey Tang’s panel discussion at Northeastern University in partnership with the Burnes Center, and a quote from Burnes Center AI for Impact Co-op Diane Grant,…

UAW loses Alabama union vote seen as bellwether for organizing autoworkers in the South

Burnes Center Senior Fellow, Seth Harris, discusses forces opposing union organizers.

Sifting through the labor market with Seth Harris, Senior Fellow at Burnes Center for Social Change

Burnes Center Senior Fellow, Seth Harris, discusses the current state of the labor market, inflation data, and PPI.

What’s Next for AI in States? An AI Sandbox

Jason Snyder, Secretary of the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, described the AI for Impact Co-op Program at…

Seth Harris on April Jobs Report Preview

Burnes Center Senior Fellow, Seth Harris, discusses the economy and labor market ahead of the April Jobs report.

Booker, Rounds, Heinrich Announce Bipartisan AI Grand Challenges Act

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck was quoted commending Senator Booker for his AI bill.

Beth Simone Noveck on the Untold Story of AI in Government

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck shares her role working with AI in government.

Federal Trade Commission votes to ban non-compete agreements

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discussed the FTC ban on non compete clauses on Total Information A.M..

The legacy of the Columbine shooting 25 years later

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Dr. Jonathan Metzl joins Jonathan Capehart to talk about the constant struggle with gun violence in our country.

The Most Important Thing I Teach My Students Isn’t on the Syllabus

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Steve Kadish’s book is quoted in a recent New York Times Opinion piece.

College students disillusioned over political choices, lean toward Biden

Burnes Center Research Fellow Jay Kemp shares their opinion on the upcoming election.

What We’ve Become – Living and Dying in a Country of Arms

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck talks with Dr. Jonathan Metzl on his new book on C-SPAN.

Vot-ER: Physician ballots can improve the health of the body politic

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin’s organization Vot-ER is featured in Medical Economics article.

Can U.S. Move to a 4-day Work Week?

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders’s proposal to institute a 32-hour work week on Scripps News.

March jobs report ‘kills the argument’ that a recession is coming, says Seth Harris

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris breakdowns the March labor data, economic outlook, and more on CNBC’s power lunch.

How can we use AI to build more democratic societies? The key lies in transparency, Taiwan’s digital affairs minister says

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck’s discussion with Audrey Tang, Digital Minister of Taiwan, is recapped in Northeastern Global News article.

Government employees need hands-on, standardized AI training

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Blake Valenta and Research Fellow Cristin Dorgelo explained InnovateUS’s listening sessions with more than 100 AI leaders over several months.

End of internet subsidies for low-income households threatens access to telehealth

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin comments on the impact of telehealth use on lower income communities.

Ted Landsmark on racism, the flag attack photo, and seizing a chance to make change

Distinguished Professor of Public Policy and Urban Affairs and Director of the Kitty and Michael Dukakis Center for Urban and Regional Policy at Northeastern University,…

Rethinking the Future of Artificial Intelligence: Debunking the AI Risk Hype

The Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck explains AI tools are not sentient or human.

Not Everyone Thinks AI Is Going To Destroy Us

The Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck explains AI tools are not sentient or human.

What the Press and Pollsters Get Wrong about a Biden-Trump Rematch

The Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jil Abramson shares her insight on what the press and pollsters should prepare for in the upcoming election.

Chike Aguh, The Project on Workforce at Harvard

Burnes Center Senior Fellow, Chike Aguh, shares his insights on the key problems and opportunities shaping the future of work and learning.

All Things Policy: Good Riddance to Bad Governance

The Burnes Center Research Fellow Anirudh Dinesh speaks on how citizens can contribute to public problem solving and how technology is enabling new, creative ways…

Meet the newest member of your team: the chief AI officer

The Burnes Center’s Director Beth Simone Noveck is appointed as the New Jersey’s first Chief AI Strategist by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy.

Bloomberg Intelligence: Apple Hit with EU Fine

The Burnes Center’s Director Beth Simone Noveck explains her role as Chief AI Strategist for New Jersey.

How Should Government Guide the Use of Generative AI?

The Burnes Center’s Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on New Jersey’s first iteration of an AI policy.

Where to Start with AI? Cities and States Offer Use Cases

The Burnes Center’s Director Beth Simone Noveck is quoted about New Jersey’s AI Policy.

Eisgruber, municipal officials discuss University support of shared community interests

The Burnes Center’s Director Beth Simone Noveck is highlighted at the Princeton AI hub announcement.

Companies are adding AI chatbots to their websites. It’s producing some unintended consequences.

Director of the Burnes Center for Social Change at Northeastern University, Beth Simone Noveck explains why it’s so important for businesses to train, test and…

Going on strike: Why some unions have more leverage than others

Senior Fellow at the Burnes Center for Social Change and Professor of Practice at Northeastern University, Seth Harris joins Yahoo Finance Live to weigh in…

Massachusetts Establishes AI Task Force by Executive Order

Gov. Healey announced a partnership with Northeastern University’s Burnes Center for Social Change highlighting a partnership between EOTSS and the Executive Office of Administration and…

Governor Healey Signs Executive Order Establishing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategic Task Force

Governor Healey announces InnovateMA, a nation leading The Burnes Center for Social Change program that partners Northeastern University AI for Impact co-op students with Massachusetts…

Gov. Healey launches AI task force to boost competitiveness in tech

Gov. Healey announced a partnership with Northeastern University’s Burnes Center for Social Change to develop AI tools for state government agencies.

Healey creates AI task force for Massachusetts

Gov. Healey announced a partnership with Northeastern University’s Burnes Center for Social Change to develop AI tools for state government agencies.

The Washington Post Has a New Publisher. Here’s Some Unsolicited Advice.

Senior Fellow Jill Abramson comments on the Washington Post’s new publisher.

The E.U. Is Pushing Tech Titans to Help Preserve Fair and Free Elections. Can the U.S. Do the Same?

Burne’s Center Director Beth SImone Noveck comments on the E.U.’s proactive stance in the tech sector.

Can the Media Get Trump Coverage Right?

Senior Fellow Jill Abramson comments on the media’s coverage of Trump.

8 prominent Black leaders in medicine

Burne’s Center Senior Fellow Alister Martin, MD is recognized as a prominent Black physician.

New Jersey names former White House adviser as innovation chief, appoints first chief AI strategist

New Jersey Gov. Murphy appointed Dave Cole as the state’s new chief innovation officer, replacing Burnes Center’s Director Beth Noveck, who now serves as New…

New Jersey Appoints Beth Noveck as First Chief AI Strategist

New Jersey has appointed the Burnes Center’s Director Beth Noveck, one of the public sector’s most visible artificial intelligence experts, as the state’s first-ever chief…

Increased Data Training Options for Government Workers

Innovate-US, which is run through the Burnes Center, gives expanded opportunities to government workers through a $2 million grant from Google.org.

Iowa Caucus Kickoff with Jill Abramson

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson comments on the implications of Claudine Gay’s firing and discusses how the media is dealing with Trump ahead of…

Our Future with AI

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck discusses potential positives of using AI for interactions with government services

Improving government capacity is key for AI deployment, experts tell Congress

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on examples of using AI to improve interactions with government services.

N.J. Gov. Murphy focuses on affordability and AI in his State of the State address

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck, current New Jersey chief innovation officer, is named the first-ever chief AI strategist by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy.

In 2024 State of the State Address, Governor Murphy Details Landmark Progress and Ambitious New Initiatives to Make New Jersey More Affordable for More Families

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck, appointed as New Jersey’s first-ever Chief AI Strategist who will play a leading role in shaping the trajectory of…

In Speech, New Jersey Governor Backs Phonics and Medical Debt Relief

New Jersey Governor Murphy announces Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck, the state’s chief innovation officer, to become New Jersey’s first A.I. strategist.

Northeastern’s CivicConnect Team Builds Congressional Office Chatbot Prototype

POPVOX Foundation commends the “CivicConnect” student team from Northeastern University’s Burnes Center for Social Change on the first Congressional office chatbot prototype, leveraging OpenAI’s GPT-4…

Northeastern’s CivicConnect Team Builds Congressional Office Chatbot Prototype

POPVOX Foundation commends the “CivicConnect” student team from Northeastern University’s Burnes Center for Social Change on the creation of the first Congressional office chatbot prototype.

Employees Need Drastic Reskilling to Deal with Generative AI’s Data Needs

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on AI accessibility and examples of successful AI training.

Two Huge Announcements Set the Table for New Jersey’s Tech Scene Beyond 2024

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the establishment of an artificial intelligence hub at Princeton.

Biden campaign heads into 2024 ready to make the case that Trump is a threat to democracy

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on Biden’s reelection campaign and the economy.

NJ to Establish Revolutionary AI Hub at Princeton University

Burnes Center Director and New Jersey Office of Innovation Chief Innovation Officer Beth Noveck discusses the upcoming AI Hub at Princeton University.

A ‘revolutionary’ AI center is coming to a New Jersey university

Burnes Center Director and New Jersey Office of Innovation Chief Innovation Officer Beth Noveck discusses the creation of an AI center at Princeton University.

The Union Fight for the Future of Work—and the Democratic Party

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on the current labor movement.

AI growth brings safety and ethical concerns

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the use of AI in government.

Generative AI and Policymaking for the New Frontier

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses Generative AI and Policymaking.

A Year Ago, OpenAI’s ChatGPT Sparked a Revolution: Here’s What Happened

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the use of ChatGPT as a tool.

Jamey Tesler, former transportation chief, gets keys to startup effort

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Steve Kadish works to leverage Boston’s start-up community to tackle local transportation challenges.

Beth Noveck: We Need Investment in Policy Research Dollars and Attention to Using AI to Strengthen Our Democracy

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck discusses use of AI as a means to strengthening democracy.

Need to Hire an AI Consultant? Here’s How to Vet for the Right One

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the field of AI consulting.

Recap: What We Learned at the 2023 Ideas We Should Steal Festival

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck discusses perceptions of AI at this year’s Ideas We Should Steal Festival.

ICYMI: Office of the Secretary of Higher Education Launches BasicNeeds.NJ.gov Resource Hub at Convening of Campus Practitioners

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on BasicNeeds.NJ.gov as the New Jersey State Chief Innovation Officer.

Governor Murphy Announces New Policy to Promote State Employees’ Responsible Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on New Jersey State’s new policy on state employee’s use of AI in her role as New Jersey…

Public Interest Technologists React to Executive Order on AI

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck weighs in on the recent AI Executive Order.

Ideas We Should Steal Festival 2023: The Ultimate Citizen Reading List

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck’s book “Solving Public Problems: A Practical Guide to Fix Our Government and Change Our World” is featured in Ideas…

What You Need to Know About the Biden-Harris Executive Order on AI

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the use of AI in government.

Can Artificial Intelligence Kill the iPhone?

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the use of AI.

AI Experts Weigh in on Biden’s Executive Order 

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the use of AI in government.

OpenAI’s Sam Altman breaks silence on AI executive order

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the executive order and OpenAI.

No Sign of Recession: Seth Harris on October Jobs Report

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on October Jobs Report.

Settlement: Uber and Lyft drivers in New York will get $328 million in back pay

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses on Uber and Lyft’s plan to pay to settle allegations they short-changed drivers.

Donna Haraway’s Children: Meet the Dynamic Young Artists Who Are Embracing the Cyborg

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Laura Forlano collaborates with artist Itziar Barrio on works relating to cyborgs.

Biden’s AI order is massive, but far from enough to address the technology’s risks

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the White House’s use of AI.

Biden’s new executive order marks another inflection point for AI and data privacy

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the White House’s use of AI.

InnovateUS: $2 Million In Funding Secured From Google.org

InnovateUS secures $2 million in funding from Google.

Grant Will Help Public Sector Employees Learn New Tech Skills

InnovateUS secures $2 million in funding from Google.

AI-ready New York City focuses on workforce, procurement

Burnes Center Director Beth Simone Noveck comments on the use of AI in government.

Rising cost of credit leading to small business retrenchment, says Northeastern’s Seth Harris

Seth Harris, senior fellow at the Northeastern University Burnes Center for Social Change, joins ‘The Exchange’ to discuss caution about the risk rising rates have…

Northeastern faculty and professional journalists comment on Israel and Gaza at university panel

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson comments on Israel and Gaza at Northeastern University open classroom panel.

InnovateUS Receives $2M in Funding and Pro Bono Support From Google.org to Provide Training on Digital Technologies to U.S. Public Sector Employees

InnovateUS Receives $2M in Funding and Pro Bono Support From Google.org to Provide Training on Digital Technologies to U.S. Public Sector Employees

A Start-Up’s Alternative to Uber: Employing Its Own Drivers

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on Alto’s potential effect on Uber & Lyft.

Biden Will Join Autoworkers on Picket Line in Michigan, a Historic Move

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on UAW strike and Biden’s support on the picket line.

‘If not now, when?’: Here’s why the UAW strike may have come at the perfect time for labor

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on UAW strike in USA Today.

Seth Harris on MSNBC and Bloomberg Discussing the UAW Strike

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on the UAW Strike on MSNBC and Bloomberg

Ramaswamy’s Plan For ‘Mass Layoffs’ Could Hit Federal Employees In Swing States, Not Just D.C.

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on Ramaswamy’s Plan For ‘Mass Layoffs.’

Managing the Future of Work Podcast: Chike Aguh on government innovation in workforce development

Burnes Center Senior Fellow and former Chief Innovation Officer in the U.S. Department of Labor Chike Aguh discusses discusses the talent implications of U.S. industrial…

The Measure Podcast — Episode 4: Chike Aguh

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Chike Aguh, former Chief Innovation Officer at the U.S. Department of Labor, sat down with Equal Measure’s Leon T. Andrews, Jr.…

UAW talks: Why the shift to EVs is such a big deal to worker

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the transition to EV manufacturing.

Seth Harris On Potential UAW Strike

Seth Harris, Senior Fellow at the Burnes Center for Social Change at Northeastern University and Former Biden Labor Advisor, discusses whether or not he thinks…

UPS workers approve new contract with hard-fought pay and safety gains, ending strike threat

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on the recent Teamsters-negotiated labor deal.

5 key pillars of President Biden’s economic revolution

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris comments on Biden’s pro-union actions as president.

Here’s how Boston.com readers feel about AI in the workplace

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck weighs in on the effects of AI in the workplace.

Trump’s assault on American justice gives inspiration to authoritarians everywhere

Burnes Senior Fellow Jill Abramson delves into the effect Trump’s actions are having on democracy and legal systems across the world.

Biden’s tough sell in Pennsylvania: green energy to union workers

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses Biden’s approach to green energy union workers.

Why the writers’ and actors’ strikes are about more than just Hollywood

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the writers and actors strikes in Hollywood.

Can Generative AI Be Used to Apply for a Job?

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the use of AI in the job application process.

What will the federal government do with generative AI?

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses generative ai and its use in government.

Why the U.S. is seeing a record number of labor strikes

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the increase in labor strikes within the U.S.

ChatGPT was born in San Francisco. Why isn’t the city fully embracing AI yet?

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses AI and its potential usage in city systems.

The union movement has never been more popular in the U.S., says Fmr. Labor Secretary Seth Harris

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the rise of union strikes across the U.S.

Teamsters Look for UPS Wins to Carry Over to Amazon, Big Three

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the Teamsters’ negotiations and what it means for unions.

Should I Use Generative AI for Hiring?

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the use of generative AI in the hiring process.

UPS customers weigh backup plans as threatened strike date approaches

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the current state of halted labor talks with UPS.

AI Is Great for Government. Public Professionals Need to Learn How to Make the Most of It.

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses how government at all levels needs to invest in training workers in technology.

Better Government Tech Is Possible

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the potential for the government to use technology to improve the lives of citizens, starting with acknowledging the importance…

UPS workers vote to authorize strike while cheering unexpected progress on heat safety

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the impact of the UPS workers vote to authorize a strike.

Opinion: Better government tech starts with people. New Jersey shows how.

Jennifer Pahlka discusses the success of improving access to unemployment benefits in New Jersey, led by Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck.

Boston creates staff guidelines on the use of Generative AI

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses the City of Boston’s new Generative AI guidelines.

Boston Isn’t Afraid of Generative AI

Burnes Director Beth Noveck praises Boston’s new Generative AI policy.

Biden, McCarthy to meet again on debt ceiling

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the federal debt ceiling negotiations.

New AI Video Tutorial Focuses on Public-Sector Needs

Highlighting the new InnovateUS tutorial, “Unlocking the Power of Generative AI,” that teaches public professionals how to responsibly use Generative AI.

CLARENCE AND GINNI THOMAS: Politics, Power, and the Supreme Court

Featuring interviews with Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson.

‘It’s completely undemocratic’: Contract negotiations at unionized Mass. employers are dragging on — and on

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses the importance of the first contract negotiations after organizing success.

Why BuzzFeed and Vice Couldn’t Make News Work 

Inside a sweaty D.C. media tradition: Getting the cool kids to sit with you at nerd prom

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jill Abramson discusses the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.

Can A.I. and Democracy Fix Each Other?

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses how AI can support democracy, and how democracy can help us make the best of AI.

Here We Are Again: The Covenant School Shooting

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Jonathan Metzl discusses the way forward for gun reform in America following the tragic shooting in Nashville.

ChatGPT: Risk and Opportunity for Public Comments in Rulemaking

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck participated in a panel discussion about ChatGPT, citizen engagement, and its impact on the future of lawmaking.

Managerialism and our obsession with hierarchy

Burnes Center Director Beth Noveck discusses how we must improve public sector managerialism in order to increase resident engagement.

Can the labor movement capitalize on its big wins from 2022?

Northeastern researcher pledges to unlock power of cellphone-generated mobility data to benefit neighborhoods

Will Rail Labor Negotiations Derail Our Economy? Probably Not.

The American Faith I Was Raised In

Book Review: Solving Public Problems – A Practical Guide to Fix Our Government and Change Our World

The Fight for Voting Rights is Raging. These Students are Leading the Way.

7 Skills to Save the World

Is there a new labor movement afoot in the US? Seth Harris, former top advisor to Biden, weighs in

When Tribal Nations Expel Their Black Members

Northeastern professor Caleb Gayle tells a story of Black people who became Native Americans

Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf on the Burnes Center’s ‘City Challenge’ project

Northeastern Launches the Burnes Center for Social Change

A Center for Social Change at Northeastern That Won’t Be Afraid to Take Chances

Podcast Episode: Your Tax Dollars At Work

Old Dog, New Tricks: Retraining and the Road to Government Reform

Randomistas vs. Contestistas

A Conversation with Beth Simone Noveck on Solving Public Problems: How to Fix our Government and Change our World

A Conversation With Beth Simone Noveck on Solving Public Problems: How to Fix Our Government and Change Our World.

7 skills you need if you want to solve public problems

This free online class will teach anyone how to solve societal problems

Biden makes re-election pitch in key swing state Pennsylvania

Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris discusses President Biden’s re-election pitch.

Transforming Lives: New Federal Benefit Programs within Link Health